We are pleased to invite you to an unforgettable evening full of dance, emotions, and grace! The National Choreographic College and talented ballet artists of the National Opera and Ballet Theatre named after Maria Bieshu are organizing a unique choreographic show, which will take place on June 1 at 5:00 pm. You will embark on an exciting journey through the world of dance and enjoy amazing scenes from classical and modern ballet, choreographic miniatures, as well as folk dances, both Romanian and international. You will definitely appreciate the high level of skill of the dancers and see their stunning elegance and grace. see more
GALA OF LAUREATES – The 2nd Edition of the International Opera Singers Competition “Maria Cebotari”, 2025 National Opera and Ballet Theatre “Maria Bieșu” June 8, 2025 | 5:00 PM We warmly invite you to an extraordinary concert dedicated to excellence in the art of opera – the Gala of Laureates of the 2nd Edition of the International “Maria Cebotari” Competition! Renowned opera artists will perform on stage alongside the winners of the 2025 edition: Azamat Zheltyrguzov – baritone, Kazakhstan Anna Samuil – soprano, Moldova–Germany Ruxandra Donose – mezzo-soprano, Romania–Austria Marius-Vlad Budoiu – tenor, Romania They will be accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra of the National Opera and Ballet Theatre “Maria Bieșu”, under the baton of conductor Cristian Spătaru. The event is organized with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova, the Chisinau City Hall, the Romanian Cultural Institute “Mihai Eminescu”, EUNIC Moldova, Goethe-Zentrum, Austrian Cooperation, and numerous cultural partners. Don't miss an unforgettable evening of music and emotion – we look forward to seeing you! see more
The figure of the Thracian gladiator Spartacus, leader of the slave revolt in the Roman Republic, has inspired numerous works of art and can be found in nearly all artistic genres and representations that have survived over time. Visual arts, theater, literature, ballet, and film have evoked this heroic character perhaps more than art has for any other figure in the universal pantheon. Spartacus symbolizes rebellion, but also the grandeur of freedom. The ballet "Spartacus," composed by the Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian, stands out for its unique musicality—a classical ballet, created in a modern style, capturing the mood, tragedy, and lyrical atmosphere of that era marked by the fall of Rome. Beyond the historical context in which the ballet's action takes place, "Spartacus" remains a timeless work that emphasizes values beyond time: courage, dignity, and freedom. see more
… In a square in Seville, soldiers are amused by passers-by. They are interested in the beautiful Micaëla, a young woman from the country, who came to look for her boyfriend, Don José. The workers from the tobacco factory appear. Among them is the sensual Carmen, who tries to provoke Don José. Micaëla's meeting with Don José is an opportunity to reminisce about their native village. A scandal erupts at the factory, culminating in the arrest of Carmen. She enchants Don José and, in exchange for promises to meet him again, he helps her escape - here is one of the well-known scenes of the opera "Carmen" that fascinates the audience with the dramatic subject, but also with the explosion of color, temperament, rhythms. Today, "Carmen" is probably one of the most popular operas in the world. see more